Vaquer

Vaquer is a Spanish word, primarily used in the Roussillon region of Southern France, close to the Spanish border, to designate a farmer, herdsman, or cowherd. It specifically refers to someone who tends to cattle, particularly cows. The term is etymologically linked to the Spanish word "vaca," meaning cow. The word "Vaquer" and related terms can also appear as a surname in regions where the language was or is spoken. While similar to the Spanish word "vaquero" (cowboy), "vaquer" generally implies a more traditional farming or herding role, rather than the more independent and roaming image associated with a cowboy.